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Ernest Swanson
Haida, Raven Clan
Ernest Swanson is a Haida artist from the Raven Clan of Old Masset, Haida Gwaii. A skilled jeweler and carver in wood and argillite, Ernest began his training at a young age, apprenticing under master artists like Christian White and Jim Hart. His work is celebrated for its technical precision and its adherence to classical Haida design principles. Ernest is deeply committed to his community and culture, using his art to preserve Haida protocols and stories, ensuring that the sophisticated heritage of his people is carried forward with integrity.
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